1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 331 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 206 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
